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This is a must have in southern califronia - especially if the window doen't have that feature that can darken it automatically (which i understand is not on the LE). Especially if you have to park outside.
Yup. Same-same here in Honolulu.

I see there are a few third-party shades for R1, so I assume something will materialize. However, I also read another thread on this topic where it was stated that some shades and/or tinting can actually trap heat in the glass and cause cracking. Guess we'll find out. I figure we'll operate without one for as long as we can stand it and then roll the dice.
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Yup. Same-same here in Honolulu.

I see there are a few third-party shades for R1, so I assume something will materialize. However, I also read another thread on this topic where it was stated that some shades and/or tinting can actually trap heat in the glass and cause cracking. Guess we'll find out. I figure we'll operate without one for as long as we can stand it and then roll the dice.
Does anyone know how much the electro chromatic glass on the R1 impact internal temperature in the car?
 

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Phone mount with magsafe and I'll do what i currently do (running a flat extension cord with super fast chargers/charging cables running from 110V outlet to the front seats).
Androidauto screen if ones available
Tuxmats once they have them available
Rubber seals for the doors to reduce sound (like with the R1S)

If i have the $$, i will get a full body PPF and whole car sound deadening, but maybe way down the order.
 

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Leasing Model 3 until R3X comes out, but now I have an R2 reservation as well.
Roof sunshade! (Not for camping, but for probably ever.)
Same here. I’m not sure who thought being blinded and burned through roof glass was a great idea. Even with all of the UV protection it’s still too bright and heats up the cabin. A roof sunshade is a must.
 

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Removable doors.
 

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Was looking at the duffle bag. Would not ship to CA.
Going to visit family out of state so I was going to ship it there but now the duffle seems to be gone...
 

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I am keeping my Bronco for that... My R2 doors can stay on
I'm just worried about not being able to get myself out of the car in an accident due to the electronic latches /s
 

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I'm just worried about not being able to get myself out of the car in an accident due to the electronic latches /s
Nobody drives around without doors in case they get in an accident.....
 

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Id probably make the design public for anyone to make themselves but I could see myself selling finished pieces. It all depends on how much free time I have, and currently I have what feels like negative free time 😅
Love to make a custom Sub Trunk subwoofer enclosure for R2... assuming audio is anything like R1 it would be markedly improved with a decent subwoofer and amp.
 

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I live in the warmer state so Roof Sunshade is what I need along with all-weather mats.
 

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I have always been able to purchase wheel locks from the vehicle manufacturer. But I don't see locks in the Gear Shop, not even for R1.

Any recommendations for third-party wheel locks for the R2? Thanks in advance.
 

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I sent WeatherTech an email about a rear cargo area protection mat, like I have in my Jeep. They responding saying they don't have an R2 to measure yet. Since Rivian doesn't produce all-weather mats for this part of the vehicle, it seems they should be providing WeatherTech the dimensions.

Please ping WeatherTech as it would be great to get a protective mat before making a mess!
 

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I'm just worried about not being able to get myself out of the car in an accident due to the electronic latches /s
This is something that NTSB should have banned. I am surprised Rivian built the R2 with this feature. I cant imagine how children or almost anyone could escape this car in an emergency the way the manual escape was implemented - especially in the back seat. And really gave me pause about purchasing the car. Safety should come first...especially in a car focused on famiy adventure.
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